The 5th Annual Hastings School Supply Giveaway has combined efforts with Flagler Estates Communities in Action and Catholic Charities. This year we will be giving away pre-made boxes of supplies for the kids of Hastings and Flagler Estates. If you have any questions feel free to call 904-827-6970. We reserve the right to check IDs for address verification. Children must be with Parent or Guardian in order to receive supplies. Giveaway will happen in the Hastings Branch Library.

Do you love bugs? Children grades k-7 are invited to become a true Nature Hero and learn all about dragonflies and hummingbirds, two amazing pollinators, with the Sisterhood of the Traveling Plants! These fun, educational workshops are hands-on with take-home gardening goodies for you, ending with a craft. The second workshop is a repeat of the first. These workshops are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Anastasia Island Branch Library and the Garden Club of St. Augustine. Space is limited, show up 30 minutes early for your FREE entry ticket!

Who says kids have all the fun? Adults can participate in our adult summer reading program, Escape the Ordinary, June 1st through August 8th. Simply submit a review of at least 3 sentences of any book that you read during this time period and you'll be entered for weekly and program finale raffle drawings. We'll also feature selected patron reviews here. The lucky grand prize winner will receive a $120 Visa gift card! The more you read; the more chances you have of winning! For more information contact the reference desk of your branch library.